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PollywoodJun 08, 2021

Pakistani singer Farhad Humayun passes away

The untimely demise of Pakistani musician Farhad Humayun has shocked everyone. He was 42 when he breathed his last. The news of Farhad's demise was announced on the official Facebook page of his band Overload. "The magnificent Farhad Humayun left us for the stars this morning. Stoic in the face of challenges, uncompromising in his values, generous to a fault, witty as hell! Fadi was far too ahead of his time, both in spirit and art," the post read. After hearing about Farhad's demise, singer Atif Aslam took to Twitter to pay his condolences. Actor and singer Ali Zafar described Farhad as a fig
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PollywoodJun 08, 2021

Jazzy B's Twitter account blocked on India's request

Microblogging platform Twitter has ‘withheld’ the accounts of Punjabi singer Jazzy B, hip-hop artist L-Fresh the Lion and two others in response to a legal demand in India. According to information on Lumen database, Twitter received a legal request from the Indian government on June 6 for actioning four accounts, including that of JazzyB. Requests received by Twitter for withholding content are published on Lumen database - an independent research project studying cease and desist letters concerning online content. Users checking Jazzy B's account are shown a message saying "account has
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PollywoodJun 07, 2021

Lehmber Hussainpuri reconciles with wife

Punjabi singer Lehmber Hussainpuri has reconciled with his wife and kids. On Monday, Lehmber and his wife appeared in the women's commission in Mohali during which both the parties reached a consensus and agreed to settle their differences. The counselling session is said to have gone on for two hours after which the family dedcided to stick together. Both, Lember and his wife exchanged garlands inside the women's commission office. It has been reported that Lehmber's sister- in- laws aren't too pleased with this decision. They want their sister (Lember's wife) to pursue a case against him. H
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PollywoodJun 06, 2021

Amrit Maan’s new song stars Neeru Bajwa

Punjabi singer singer Amrit Maan is coming up with a single track from his upcoming album on June 8. The track features popular Punjabi film actress Neeru Bajwa. After releasing the first look and new posters of the song ‘All Bamb’, Amrit Maan has released the teaser, which comes across as an extravagant affair. Along with the teaser, Amrit Maan wrote, “ALL BAMB Teaser out now poora song 8 june nu”. Noted Punjabi singer Gurlez Akhtar has lent her vocal for the song along with Amrit Maan who has written the lyrics of the track. Ikwinder Singh has composed the music of the song, and the
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PollywoodJun 03, 2021

Babbu Mann does not believe in ‘Rat Race’

Punjabi singer Babbu Maan recently dropped a music video of his song ‘Rat Race’, which actually got released a long time back. The video of this song went viral within no time. Babbu Mann has penned the lyrics of this song and composed it too. The video is directed by Harry Jordan. However, Babbu Mann has thanked a lot of people in the YouTube credit section, starting Dharminder, Mavi, Jassi, Tirana, Inder Kang, Satti and Rav Farms.The video and song is being looekd at as 'an answer' to the ongoing tussle between two popular Punjabi singers- Sidhu Moosewala and Karan Aujla.
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PollywoodJun 02, 2021

Kuwar Amritbir Singh could be ‘the first youngest’ action hero of Punjabi films

All of 19 Kuwar Amritbir Singh, a fitness influencer from Batala is creating waves in the fitness circle with his fitness fundas. Kuwar has already made a mark in India Book of Records and World Records of India by following his passion for fitness. His list of achievements is unending, however, one skill definitely makes him stand apart from the crowd. Kuwar can do over 120 knuckle pushups in 60 seconds. When he was just 17, he made the record by doing 118 knuckle pushups in a minute. His last record for India Book of Records was 35 superman push-ups in 30 seconds. He has also been nominated
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PollywoodJun 02, 2021

Case registered against Punjabi singer Lehmber Hussainpuri

Punjabi singer Lehmber Hussainpuri is all over the news, for wrong reasons! A case has been registered against Lehmber accusing him of domestic violence on his wife and children at his place at Deol Nagar, Jalandhar. It has also been reported that his wife has now been admitted in a civil hospital in Jalandhar. As per reports, the entire incident came into light when Lember’s wife narrated the entire incident to police. On the other hand, Lehmber has described the incident as minor and alleged his sister-in-law of attacking him and provoking his wife also. However, Lehmber’s wife defending
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PollywoodJun 01, 2021

Gur Sidhu's Yaarane receives overwhelming response, song trends on YouTube

The renowned Punjabi singer and music composer - Gur Sidhu, recently released his new heartbreak single 'Yaarane' as an ode to love and its complexities. The song has been brought to the audience by Brown Town Music, Nav Sandhu and Believe Music. The music video has surpassed over 10 million views in just a couple of days since release. Gur being a multi-faceted artist has composed and sung the single. Meanwhile, the lyrics have been penned by singer-songwriter Jassa Dhillon and the music video is done by Sukh Sanghera. With a duration of about four minutes forty seconds, the music video shows
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PollywoodJun 01, 2021

Parmish Verma gifts himself a ‘Rolls Royce Wraith’

Punjabi singer-actor Parmish Verma recently gifted himself a brand new black coloured customized ‘Rolls Royce Wraith’. Sharing this update on his Instagram account he wrote- “Thank you @rollsroycecars for My Custom Built #Wraith #RollsRoyceWraith (Navin gaddi diyan mubarakan ji)”. Parmish’s friend and lyricist, Laddi Chahal too posted a series of photographs of Parmish on his social media congratulating him and wrote, “Congratulations @parmishverma veere, For new car (with a red heart emoji) #Custom (with a fire emoji) @rollsroycecars”.

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PollywoodSep 02, 2025

Social Responsibility of Celebrity Solidarity: Punjabi Stars Unite in Times of Need

Jasmine Singh As Punjab grapples with the aftermath of devastating floods, the call for help has prompted Punjabi celebrities to take action. Among them, international star Diljit Dosanjh has emerged as a beacon of support, consistently standing up for Punjabis during crises, whether during the Kisan Andolan or this current disaster. Leading the charge alongside his Sanjh Foundation and manager Sonali Singh, his team is on the ground, actively participating in relief efforts. Known for embodying Punjabiyat, Diljit has always showcased his pride in Punjabi culture, from donning the royal Pun
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PollywoodAug 29, 2025

Celebrations for Navraj Habs: A Baby Girl Arrives After 12 Years of Marriage!

In a heartwarming turn of events, Punjabi singer Navraj Hans, son of the celebrated sufi singer and politician Hans Raj Hsns, has shared the joyous news of welcoming a baby girl into the world after 12 years of marriage. The couple, who tied the knot in a grand ceremony that united two illustrious families, has finally received the blessing they’ve longed for, and fans across the globe are showering them with congratulatory messages. The announcement made its way through social media, where Navraj and his wife, the daughter of the renowned ‘Daler Mehndi’, shared this beautiful milesto
PollywoodAug 29, 2025

Mandy Takhar Highlights Gender Inequality in Punjabi Cinema: A Call for Change

Jasmine Singh In an industry where men have long dominated the spotlight, the Punjabi film industry is gradually facing scrutiny over its treatment of female talent. Actress Mandy Takhar, known for her vibrant performances and commitment to her craft, recently shared her experiences while promoting her upcoming film, "enna nu rehna sehna nahi aunda" in Canadian cities like Surrey, Edmonton, Toronto, and Calgary. Her candid remarks shed light on the enduring challenges women face in Pollywood. Mandy recounted a particularly disheartening encounter with a prominent Punjabi film producer at a
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PollywoodAug 29, 2025

Punjab's Flood Crisis: Celebrities Unite to Amplify the Call for Action

Jasmine Singh/ connect newsroom As floodwaters continue to devastate Punjab, the situation has escalated from bad to worse, leaving communities grappling with loss, displacement, and a dire need for support. With daily life disrupted and livestock perishing, many residents feel the local government's response has fallen short. This growing frustration has resonated deeply within the Punjabi diaspora in Canada and the United States, particularly in cities like Surrey, Edmonton, Calgary, and Winnipeg, where stories of hardship are flooding social media. In a powerful move, internationally acc
PollywoodAug 27, 2025

Mandy Takhar’s Nostalgic Journey Back to Canada

Jasmine Singh Punjabi actress Mandy Takhar found herself enveloped in nostalgia during her recent trip to Canada for the promotion of her film, Ehnna Nu Rehna Sehna Nai Aunda. Having visited last year for the shooting and release of Vaddha Ghar, the Canadian landscape holds cherished memories for her, especially the unforgettable moments shared with the late Sidhu Moosewala on the film Yes I Am A Student. While visiting the Connect FM studio in Surrey, Mandy engaged in a lively chat with the staff, expressing her love for Canada and the joy of making new connections. Yet, when reflecting on